1985 Porsche 9442-Door Coupe- One Owner!- Purchased New at Autohaus
Fortense in Illinois- Guards Red over Black Interior- 2.5L I4 F
SOHC V8 Engine- 5 Speed Manual Transmission- Window Sticker, Build
Sheet, and Original Bill of Sale- All Service Records and All Keys-
Always Serviced at Porsche Dealership or German Speciality Shops-
Timing Belt and Oil Change Done April 2026- Never Been Tracked and
Clean CarFax Report- All Original, Minus Kenwood Stereo (Original
Accompanies Sale)- 59,731 Original MilesThis 1985 Porsche 944
represents a particularly compelling example of Porsche's iconic
front-engine sports car, distinguished by its one-owner history,
exceptional documentation, and remarkably well-preserved condition.
Purchased new at Autohaus Fortense in Illinois, this 944 has
remained with its original owner since day one and has accumulated
just 59,731 original miles. Finished in the classic combination of
Guards Red over a Black interior, the car captures the unmistakable
styling that helped make the 944 one of Porsche's most recognizable
models of the 1980s.Power comes from Porsche's 2.5-liter
four-cylinder engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and
rear-wheel drive. The 944's front-engine, rear-transaxle layout
provides excellent weight distribution and balanced handling, while
the naturally aspirated powertrain delivers the engaging,
communicative character expected from a Porsche of this era.
Importantly, this example has never been tracked and has been
enjoyed strictly as a road car throughout its life.The originality
and documentation accompanying this 944 are particularly
noteworthy. The car retains its original configuration with the
exception of a Kenwood stereo, while the original stereo
accompanies the sale for those wishing to return the interior to
its factory specification. The sale also includes the original
window sticker, build sheet, original bill of sale, all service
records, and all keys. These records provide an unusually complete
picture of the car's ownership and maintenance history from
new.Maintenance has consistently been entrusted to Porsche
dealerships and German specialty shops, reflecting the care this
944 has received throughout its life. Most recently, the timing
belt and oil were serviced in April 2026, providing important
recent maintenance for its next owner. A Clean CarFax report
further supports the vehicle's history, while its unmodified
presentation and documented servicing make this a particularly
appealing example for the enthusiast seeking an original,
well-documented 944.With its one-owner provenance, 59,731 original
miles, classic Guards Red exterior, 5-speed manual transmission,
extensive documentation, and recent maintenance, this 1985 Porsche
944 offers a rare opportunity to acquire an example that has been
carefully preserved rather than extensively modified. From its
original purchase at Autohaus Fortense to its continued care by
Porsche and German specialty professionals, this 944 stands as a
highly documented example of Porsche's celebrated sports-car
lineage.
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